Handy(wo)man recommendations to fix a door?

Brooklynian » Forum » Crown Heights and Prospect Lefferts Gardens »

Handy(wo)man recommendations to fix a door?

Share this!

Kursty
rookie newb
Joined: Apr '12
Posts: 14

Hey everyone,
Was wondering if anyone can suggest a handyman or woman that can help me fix an indoor door in my basement.

I got someone from the neighborhood to install a door with frame in my basement to create an extra room. But he never finished the job (or didn't know what he was doing) so now the door doesn't even fit into the frame, is warped, and has a big gap at the top.

I think that the door just needs to be sanded down to fit into the frame. It doesn't need to be fancy. Just so it closes.

I'm attaching a few pictures, in case there are any knowhowers on here.

If anyone knows someone who might be able to fix up my door, please let me know

# Posted 11 mos ago
Kursty
rookie newb
Joined: Apr '12
Posts: 14

Sorry for the excessive postings. I was trying to figure out how to attach images to my post. Maybe the mod could delete the 2 extra posts.

# Posted 11 mos ago
booklaw
admin
Joined: Nov '07
Posts: 2,406

I have used Clemens Sippel on several occasions. He is an excellent carpenter and a true craftsman. (clemenssippel.com)

# Posted 11 mos ago
eastbloc
comprador bourgeois
Joined: Jul '09
Posts: 902

Uh. Wow. There's not even a frame there? You need more than sanding.

The easiest way to get a door in there is with a pre-hung. The frame and the door come together. You just cut the sheet rock out to the size of the frame. Then you install the frame into the sheet rock with the door.

I dare say any able-bodied adult with a hacksaw, a hammer, and a screwdriver could have done a better job than whoever did that. Was the guy completely wasted?

# Posted 11 mos ago
LisaJayZee
what am I, new?
Joined: Oct '11
Posts: 6

My husband Matt can definitely help you out (if you search the archives others have recommended him). Here's his info:

Matt Zelznick aka Handy Matt
P: 917.754.1953
E: matt.zelznick@gmail.com

A punctual, friendly, honest construction and renovation professional that is available to do the following:
General Construction & Renovation
Electrical
General Household Repair
Finishing Work
Media Installation
Furniture / Product Assembly
Winterizing Projects
AC Installation and Removal
Outdoor Projects
Miscellaneous Projects - Just Ask, I can probably help or refer you to someone who can

# Posted 11 mos ago
Kursty
rookie newb
Joined: Apr '12
Posts: 14

Thanks for the recommendations. Looking into them now. If anyone has anymore, please share.

# Posted 11 mos ago
Kursty
rookie newb
Joined: Apr '12
Posts: 14

Just sent an email to Matt. Clemens looked a little too fancy for my needs. Felt like I probably wouldn't even be worth his time.

# Posted 11 mos ago
booklaw
admin
Joined: Nov '07
Posts: 2,406

Matt sounds very good!

# Posted 11 mos ago
Kursty
rookie newb
Joined: Apr '12
Posts: 14

Matt was. I went with him. Was very efficient and affordable. Certainly will recommend him and use him the future. thanks.

# Posted 11 mos ago